Help Me Find A Way by Lunafly

Chapter 77 – Mixed Signals

Hyomi’s POV

“Thank you ahjussi!” I smiled and he smiled nodding.

“Take care on your way home, araso?” He reminded and I nodded, grabbing the plastic bag and walked towards the door.

I pushed the door open and stepped outside. A large gush of wind welcomed me and I shivered. I started walking back to the house. It’s already dark outside but it wasn’t that late at night. I went out to buy some snacks since Baekhyun oppa and I will watch a movie later. I lost our rock, paper, scissors game that is why I was the one to go out and buy.

I checked the snacks and drinks I bought and smiled to myself. Bought my and oppa’s favourite. I sighed in content and dropped my hand to my side while I helf the plastic bag with my other at my other side. I looked up to be stopped by something, or rather someone and immediately, I stepped aside and hid behind a wall.

I peeked out and squint my eyes. If I’m seeing it right, it’s Youngjae oppa but…what are those guys doing to him?

I began to panic. The guys were in suit and Youngjae oppa looked at them fiercely. Wait. Are they…are they one of the guys back then? The one who tried to kill us? But…aren’t they in prison already? Omo. Did they get out already?

No…Quit it Hyomi. They look more descent than those guys back then. But what do they want with Youngjae oppa.

Suddenly, a guy grabbed Youngjae oppa’s arm and he struggled to get free.

“Let go!” He shouted but another guy grabbed his arm. They forcely tried to get him in the car but Youngjae oppa kicked and kicked just to get free.

Out of worry, I walked out of my hiding place and called their attention. It was late to back out and they all looked at me, including Youngjae oppa who looked shocked and concerned at the same time.

“Hyomi? What are you doing here?” He mouthed and I diverted my look from him to the guys. I guess he is trying to keep my identity to the guys so he just mouthed what he wanted to say.

“What are you trying to do with him?” I asked when a guy approached me. I tried to be steady and looked at the guy fiercely.

“Excuse me miss but it’ll be better if you wouldn’t intercept out business,” he said and I tilt my head just enough for me to see Youngjae oppa.

“No. You answer me or I’ll call the cops on you!” I said and he let out a smirk and it annoyed me so much I stepped on his foot and he started jumping around.

“You little…” The guy said as he tried to grab me but I started running around them. We basically started a cat and mouse chase. They were only three and the other two held oppa.

From the corner of my eyes, I saw Youngjae oppa kick the guys on their treasured spot before he broke free and ran. He grabbed me by the wrist.

“RUN!” He said before we ran with all our might.

“What are you guys doing there?! Go and chase them!” The guy who had been chasing me said at the other two who crouched on the ground in pain.

We kept on running not looking back once. We turned corner to corner, not knowing where to go. We heard a faint shout of the guys before somebody grabbed us both to an empty dark alley.

“Let—“

“Shh. It’s me,” we both looked up to see none other than Daehyun.

“Daehyun…” We both said.

“Keep quiet if you don’t want to get caught,” he said and we obeyed.

We hid in that alley for who knows how long until we saw the silhouette of the guys chasing us.

“Sht. Where did they go?!” A guy said.

“How the heck would we know?!” I struggled not to laugh at those guys.

“We’re so dead to Boss,” another said.

“We’ve got no time for that. Let’s split up. Don’t stop until you see him,” another guy said before they went off to different directions.

We waited for a few minutes before we walked out the alley. We dusted ourselves and before any of us can talk, Daehyun spoke up.

“It’s not safe to stay here. Let’s go to my place, it’s the nearest,” he said and we nodded, following him.

He set a cup of water for both of us on the coffee table and we thanked him, drinking it up all at once. He stood before us, watching us pant and catch our breaths. It was not late when I noticed his gaze on me. I tried not to look because recently, I noticed how with every look I take on him, it’s getting confusing more than ever.

Luckily, my phone rang and I stood up, excusing myself. I stood a meter away from them but even so, I could feel the hard stare on me. I looked at the caller ID and gulped. It’s Baekhyun oppa.

“Uhm… I…just encountered a friend on the way and we had a short talk. I didn’t notice the time so yeah… I’m sorry… Ok ok… I’ll be there in a few. I’m really sorry for worrying you though. Ok.. Bye.”

I turned to them and immediately, my eyes found his and I tried hard to look away.

“Uh… I need to go... I’m called at home already,” I said stuffing my phone back in my pockets.

“Wait. I’ll send you home,” Youngjae oppa stood up. “Since I was the one who brought you in this position—“

“It’s not the best, you know that Youngjae,” Daehyun immediately interrupted.

“It’s okay. It’s just near anyway. I’m sure they’ve gone far enough… I hope,” I said, whispering the last words.

“I’ll walk you home,” Daehyun said and I looked at him, not by surprise but because I wasn’t sure if that’s also a great choice either, not with the confusion I’m feeling.

“That’s better. Let him take you home, Hyomi,” Youngjae agreed and I struggled to get out the words of decline.

“No. It’s okay. I swear. I... I’ll just asked Baekhyun oppa to meet me…around the corner…or something…” And they looked at me, the word ‘NO’ written all over their faces. I sighed. “On a second thought… I’ll accept your suggestion. Thank you,” I said and forced on a smile.

“Good. I’ll stay here, if it’s okay with you, Daehyun,” Youngjae oppa said and Daehyun nodded.

“If you want, you could spend the night here. You could borrow some of my clothes. I’ll be back real quick,” Daehyun said and he nodded.

“Thank you. Take care on your way,” he said and we both nodded.

We started out the door but before we could go out, Daehyun grabbed my arm and I turned to him.

“What—“

“You should wear this in case they see us,” he said before he shoved his hoodie to me. Before I could say anything more, he pushed open the door and I bit back a smile.

I felt my chest where my heart was thumping and I took a deep breath. No. Stop it. This is cheating you are doing! Get yourself together Hyomi.

“Hey, what are you doing standing there?” Daehyun said.

“Huh? Ah, sorry. Coming,” I said and quickly wore the hoodie. I smelled the scent of his usual perfume, something I really like. It’s not the same with Sehun’s which I love, but still, it’s a scent I’d prefer than those strong smelling perfumes other guys wear.

I stepped down the stairs leading to their small gate. He lifted his hand and on instinct, I ducked my head and he chuckled.

“Just…trying to get this on your head, pabo,” he said as he grabbed the hood and put it over my head.

“Oh… Right,” I said and pinked.

“Let’s go before Baekhyun worries more,” he said as he shoved his hands on his jacket’s pocket and started walking ahead. I watched his back, not knowing really why I was doing so. Suddenly, questions entered my mind.

Why are you so nice one moment then arrogant the next moment?

Why are you so caring now but act as if you don’t or you really don’t the next minute?

Why are making me feel these weird things…not exactly weird but…things I shouldn’t feel towards you because…I have Sehun?

Why are you so mysterious making me want to know you more?

Why are you confusing every time with your actions, words, looks?

Why are you like this?

But in the end…why do I can’t seem to hate you…like I used to…or did I ever hate you?

“Yah! What are you doing there? Let’s go!” He said and I snapped out of my thoughts and quickly walked towards him.

“Sorry,” I muttered and he rolled his eyes. I was surprised when he suddenly grabbed my hand and held it. My heart’s beat was so fast I couldn’t control it. My stomach is filled with butterflies too. I shook out of my thoughts and tried to pry my hands away but he held on it tight.

“Excuse me but you are holding my hand,” I said trying to knock some sense into him.

“Just making sure you’ll not suddenly disappear,” he said and I blinked up at him, trying to think what he meant by that. He looked down at me and smirked. My face felt warm and I looked away, hoping he’ll not notice and thanks to the hood, it became easier to hide it.

The walk was rather quiet. My heart started to calm a bit but still, it wasn’t on its usual rhythm. I looked at him once in a while, thinking why he is doing this but he walked on casually, as if him holding my hands is a usual thing. Like, hello, I have a boyfriend, just maybe I do, huh? I know, sarcasm.

I won’t say I hate the feeling of standing near him, him holding my hands, but I’m not going to say love it either. It was something that felt so wrong but right at the same time.

I didn’t notice that we reached the corner before my house until he let go of my hand. I looked up at him and he nodded towards my house direction.

“Go. I’ll look from here,” he said and I nodded suddenly feeling...disappointed? Wait. No. Scratch that. I gulped before I bowed to him.

“Thank you. Walk home safely,” I said and looked up at him that I think wasn’t so much of a good move as we stared at each other for like three seconds before I grinned and looked away. I let out a heap of breath before walking away.

I reached my gate and had unlocked it when I noticed I was still wearing his hoodie. I turned to see if he was still there but unfortunately, he was nowhere in sight.

I just shrugged and told myself to just return it the next time I see him. I opened the gate, got in, and locked it. I walked to the door and opened it. I removed my shoes just at the entrance and continued to the living room. I started my way up to the entertainment room where Baekhyun oppa would probably be waiting and I was right when I saw him walking back and forth but stopped as soon as he saw me.

He asked me what took me so long and I had to make up some stories just to not make him worry. Luckily, he didn’t question the hoodie I’m wearing that I forgot to take off before proceeding to the entertainment room.

I placed the snacks on the coffee table before we both made ourselves comfortable on the couch. The movie started playing as soon as we sat.

Since it was a romance comedy movie, Baekhyun oppa kept on laughing but I sat there, trying to laugh when I can because honestly, I can’t take my mind off of him.

HI GUYS!!!

I'm really sorry for not updating. *bows*

But I hope I made up for it...somehow...for this Dae x Hyomi chapter...?

Kekeke

But what do you think about people giving mixed signals?

OH. And belated Happy 1st Anniversary to EXO!!! How did you guys celebrate it? I celebrated it at home, watching EXO vids all day and posting on their fanboards hoping they'd reply...but of course they didn't. /heol Sad truth but there's still next time right? Ahaha.

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